It’s common to worry about being rejected — but this anxiety shouldn’t stop you from living your life. Here are some ...

Rejection from a friend, partner, or family member is a distressing experience. Source: Photo by Dexon Dave Silva Rejection sensitivity, a term coined by psychologist Geraldine Downey, refers to an ...

Rejection happens to every academic. Papers are not published, grants are not funded, proposals are rejected, and jobs are not achieved. Most academics have many times more rejections than successes.

You notice a tiny criticism or a missed text and it lands like a gut-punch—sudden, intense, and confusing. Experts call this pattern rejection sensitive dysphoria (RSD), and it can turn small slights ...

According to a 2025 report by Holiday Calendar, February 21 is National Breakup Day. This day is usually recognized on the Friday after Valentine’s Day, and the intent is for individuals to assess ...

Veronica Lamarche has received funding from the ESRC, the British Academy, and the Royal Society. Has a romantic partner, or someone you had a crush on, ever hurt your feelings? You’re far from alone.

There are certain things in life no one should ever go through; one of those is parental rejection. This is a deeply painful experience that can cast a long shadow over an individual's psychological ...